I'm a huge fan of hotels that breathe new life into historic structures, and the Element in Detroit…read moreis a perfect example. This property is housed in the 1925 Metropolitan Building, a stunning Neo-Gothic "Jeweler's Building" that sat vacant for nearly 40 years. Seeing it restored to its former glory rather than being demolished is a win for the city.  The entrance lobby and the grand stairway to the second floor are phenomenal--the restoration team clearly put a lot of heart into preserving the marble and the ornate details. Because the hotel has to conform to the original historic footprint, the rooms are unique and oddly shaped. It was a refreshing change of pace to stay somewhere that broke out of the usual "cookie-cutter" hotel mold. My room featured a long internal hallway, a small kitchenette, and enough windows to provide a fantastic view of the Detroit skyline.  Check-in was seamless, and the staff were excellent throughout my stay. I initially considered subtracting a star because my room lacked a steamer, but the breakfast service won me back. The made-to-order omelets and the yogurt granola station were top-notch, and that high-quality start to the day made up for any minor room omissions. If you appreciate architecture with a history and a bit of character, this is definitely the place to stay in Detroit.

We have stayed at the Element Hotel, downtown Detroit multiple times and have always had a positive…read moreexperience. The rooms are modern, nicely appointed and most have refrigerators and range tops, microwave and sufficient dish and glassware if you opted to stay in or prepare your own meals. Beds are comfortable and all have large screen smart TV. This location is easily walkable to Woodward Ave., and to LCA, Ford Field or Comerica Park. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast on their mezzanine. Depending on where your room is, and what floor you are on, nighttime activity in the. city, like any major city can be loud until after midnight. What this hotel offers in their rooms are sound machines, which absolutely make a difference. Up until this time we had never need to use it, but the city was pretty lively on Friday night and we could hear it all. As soon as we turned on the sound machine it really helped to drown out the noise. A good venue if you're looking for accommodation's.

This is the country's best art deco lobby. They let the public come in and walk around. There was…read morean art exhibit (September 2026). If you give them your email address you can go up and walk around.

This is one of the must see buildings on the historical detriot tourist list! The Guardian Building…read moreis one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. It was completed in 1929 during the city's automotive boom. It is also often referred to as the Cathedral of Finance. It's a breathtaking Art Deco design inside and out. Make sure to take time to appreciate the detail, that makes it so special. The bold colors, the amazing tile work, and vaulted lobby are stunning. It history and beauty makes it so much more than "office building". We lucked out and found street parking but would have paid for a garage. It is absolutely worth stepping inside to look around. Website: www.guardianbuilding.com

The Royce offers free wine tastings on Wednesday from 6-730pm. They pours during the tasting are a…read moretrue "taste" lol don't expect full pours like you get at Cooper's hawk. However, the tastings are in small groups of about 8 people at a time so you can hear the wine descriptions and interact with the group easily. I ran into a college classmate that I haven't seen in 8 years because we were both running our mouths about how we liked the wine we were tasting. I wasn't a fan of the wines we tasted but I loved the Chardonnay I purchased as we sat around and talked. Conner was a great server and gave excellent recommendations. There are plenty of seating options, including a few couches upstairs. I will be back just to enjoy the atmosphere and have a glass or 2 of the Chardonnay.

Early evening bottle of champagne and charcuterie. Decor is a vibe. Love the selections, music and…read morevibe.

Lots of history in this boathouse! Make sure to bring a life preserver if you try to walk on the…read moredock!

The most beautiful, historic gem! Located right on the Detroit River, this place is used for an…read moreevent space, for the rowing teams to practice, and much more. I came here for Yelp's Nauti by Nature party and had SO much fun. This space was perfect to host it, with grand balconies, an amazing view, and interesting spaces. This boat house has been flooded multiple times, and they're currently working on restoring it, room by room. Our event was a fundraiser for the building, in an effort to return it to its previous grandeur. Currently, it's still beautiful and majestic, just dated and in need of some repairs. Such a cool, unique spot for an event!

Located in the old Stroh's building, this distillery has been around for 10 years and offers…read moreanything from Whiskey to Bourbon to Gin and more. They offer a tour (well worth the $20 price tag) that starts out with a yummy adult bevvie and takes you through their distilling process, rickhouse, bottling, and event spaces. Our tour guide, Michael, was very personable and fun and made the tour quite entertaining. Loved the little stories along the way. Highly recommend - we'll be back again as we enjoy distillery tours and usually have to go to Kentucky for good ones like this.

Happy Valentine's Day!!! We truly enjoyed our experience at The Whiskey Factory. It was a unique,…read morequaint experience in celebration of this thing called Love! The place was decorated to perfection and a lot of attention to details such as a special note waiting for your Valentine. We both ordered a few drinks and enjoyed a charcuterie board of meats, cheeses, and spreads. The special touch was the saxophone player! What a fun event and such a cool venue!

The gem is really a gem. Back in time , with gorgeous old time details. Attended a play called the…read morejury. Proved to be really fun show!

Our family had this place reserved for a wedding reception. Truly a beautiful venue with lots of…read morecharacter, both inside and out. With several sections for people to mingle, a quality bar and staffing, and outdoor seating surrounded by roses there's really a lot to like. It was a great experience and lives up to the high bar of "happiest day of my life" to the bride and groom. Can't recommend this venue enough. It's also adjacent to churches and hotels making it a solid option for planning a large gathering.

This place is stunning! My 1st time experiencing this club was in March 2026. It was for The PuLSE…read moreWomen's History Breakfast. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious and I loved the coffee bar! The restrooms were clean and had a 1920's vibe that I adored. Definitely many places for photo ops. We did take pics, just not on my phone...sorry! Can wait to have a reason to come back!!!

I went to a wedding at the colony club this fall. It was a great venue. Nice bar nice flow from the…read morewedding ceremony into appetizers and drinks. It's very pretty. My friends had a late night snack set up coneys and fries Michigan stuff. You have to be aggressive at the bar to get attention and service. I was sitting at the bar and several got served before me, but I live to tell the tale.

They offer great workshops and make it worth the drive. The space has a great vibe and atmosphere.read more

Attended this wonderful class as a part of a Yelp sponsored event. The venue is a really cool shed…read morelike structure that was comfortable and clean. Very large so everyone in the class was comfortable. Brought our own yoga mats, but they provided blocks and stretching straps. Our instructor Lauren was so nice and very personable, but most importantly, a great instructor. The moves she led us through were all pretty basic, but that was fine by me as I'm a newbie to yoga. My wife, who does yoga regularly, loved the class as well. The thing we both really enjoyed was the meditation at the end. Lauren led all of us into a state of relaxed bliss at the completion of the yoga portion. We didn't try any of the desserts provided, but everyone seemed to be really enjoying them. Kudos to Yelp for getting me to try, and enjoy, yoga. Something my wife had been trying for a while to get me to do. We will definitely be back and look forward to exploring the interesting neighborhood it is located in as well!!

What a wonderful place for a black tie optional wedding. Just off the riverwalk with views of the…read moreDetroit River and Canada. Industrial downstairs and elegant upstairs. The wedding was on the 1st floor and a place that a bagpiper would not seem out of place or the men in kilts. If you have other ideas about your wedding, it will work. The meal was upstairs had the the correct number of servers that the last table didn't have to wait 20 minutes for theirs after the first table was served. Having some back ground in this, you have to know what you are doing or something with trip you up every time. They didn't. The food was close to a well reviewed 5 star restaurant. My steak warmed up just as good as it was there. The salad didn't have enough dressing, but still good. Cake and dancing was back downstairs. Open bar was setup in both places. I Know $$$$ was spent but it showed. I hope another friend gets married there to just have a chance to go back.

Wonderful experience. My son and his wife had there wedding here and everything was fabulous!!!!…read moreThe food was del ious, the attentiveness to details was amazing. Would definitely recommend this venue. The view of the Detroit River Was fabulous.